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India Leads in Longevity: GOQii Sanjeevini Named Top 40 in $101M XPRIZE

 

Advancing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Viksit Bharat” through Indian-led innovation in longevity, AI, and preventive health research.

Imagine a world where aging isn’t about slowing down, but about maintaining your vitality, strength, and sharpness well into your 80s and beyond. This isn’t just a dream—it’s the next frontier of science, and India is right at the helm.

In a defining moment for India’s scientific and digital-health ecosystem, GOQii’s Sanjeevini Project has been selected as one of the Top 40 semifinalists in the global $101 million XPRIZE Healthspan competition. This prestigious recognition positions our nation at the forefront of global longevity and healthy-aging research.

This achievement aligns perfectly with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Viksit Bharat 2047” and “Atmanirbhar Bharat”, showcasing how Indian R&D, clinical excellence, and digital innovation can shape the global future of health and longevity.

The Sanjeevini Program: An Operating System for a New Biological Future

Led by GOQii, the Sanjeevini initiative represents India’s most comprehensive and data-driven effort to extend human vitality. But Sanjeevini is not merely a study—it is the Operating System for a New Biological Future.

Powered by the proprietary A.L.I.V.E OS framework (Artificial Life Intelligence for Vitality Enhancement), Sanjeevini combines the power of:

  • Genomics & Microbiome Analytics
  • Real-time Biosensing
  • Neuroadaptive AI Systems

The goal? To rejuvenate biological processes, enhance vitality, and extend healthspan.

For participants aged 50–80, this means receiving deeply personalized nutrition, exercise, cognitive training, and supplementation plans directly through the GOQii platform. With AI-driven coaching, gamification, and community engagement, the program transforms complex longevity science into an accessible, measurable, and engaging lifestyle system.

Strength in Collaboration: A Unified Indian Consortium

The success of Sanjeevini is built on a powerful alliance of India’s leading institutions, experts, and innovators across science, medicine, and technology. This multidisciplinary consortium defines a new Indian model for translational longevity research.

  • Ashoka University (Trivedi School of Biosciences): Scientific leadership and study design.
  • Koita Centre for Digital Health (IIT Bombay): Advanced AI, analytics, and data modeling.
  • Tata 1mg: Nationwide diagnostic infrastructure and precision testing.
  • Decode Age: Advanced microbiome and longevity biomarker analytics.
  • Acrannolife Genomics: Patented cfDNA and molecular aging diagnostics.
  • NIMS, Jaipur: Clinical investigation site and medical supervisor.
  • Khayaal and GenWise: Partners for community engagement and social well-being for older adults.

Voices of the Consortium

Our partners are united by a single mission: to make healthy aging a measurable reality. Here is what the leaders of this initiative have to say:

“India has the talent, data, and determination to lead the next frontier of longevity science. Through the A.L.I.V.E OS framework, Sanjeevini brings together AI, genomics, and lifestyle intelligence to make vitality a measurable, achievable reality.” – Vishal Gondal, Founder & CEO, GOQii

“The future of aging is deeply personal, but powered by data. Sanjeevini fuses biological insight with behavioral intelligence, creating a system of continuous, adaptive care.” – Professor Anurag Agrawal, Dean, Trivedi School of Biosciences, Ashoka University

“Wearable sensor technology and advanced algorithms are revolutionizing preventive medicine. At Sanjeevini, we combine these innovations with cell-free DNA analytics to pioneer biological age management—we don’t just measure biological age, we actively influence it.” – Dr. Nirmal Punjabi, Koita Centre for Digital Health, IIT Bombay

“Tata 1mg is excited to contribute our diagnostic and lab expertise to the Sanjeevini initiative. We will provide comprehensive, reliable testing services – from blood work to genetic markers – to ensure that every participant’s plan is truly personalized.” – Prashant Tandon, CEO, Tata 1mg

“We’ve always believed prevention must go beyond advice. Sanjeevini delivers this belief through real-time personalization and measurable transformation.” – Luke Coutinho, Integrative Health Expert and Advisor to GOQii

“Most people accept ageing as fate, but we see it as a design. By supporting the Sanjeevini initiative in the XPRIZE healthspan challenge, Decode Age aims to show that healthspan can be built, measured and improved.” – Parth Amin, CEO, Decode Age

“Cell-free DNA offers an unprecedented window into the body’s biological aging process. Through our collaboration with GOQii Team Sanjeevini, we’re turning these insights into timely, personalized care.” – Avinash Ramani, Founder, Acrannolife Genomics

“This platform redefines scalable, outcomes-based care. It integrates precision diagnostics with behavior change in a way that has the potential to transform how global health systems manage aging populations.” – Amit Mookim, CEO, Immuneel Therapeutics & Strategic Advisor

The Next Frontier: Clinical Validation

GOQii Sanjeevini has now entered its first critical phase—a 60-day randomized controlled clinical trial (RCT).

  • Participants: 40 individuals aged 50–80.
  • Locations: 3 centers across Jaipur, Delhi, and Mumbai.
  • Goal: To assess measurable improvements in immunity, cognition, muscle strength, and biological age.

The trial has obtained Ethics Committee approval and follows strict Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines. The results will pave the way for a larger multi-site expansion planned for 2027–28, aiming to validate the A.L.I.V.E OS framework at a population scale.

India’s Global Leadership in Longevity Science

As longevity becomes the next trillion-dollar frontier, GOQii Sanjeevini cements India’s position as a global center for AI-driven, data-validated healthspan research. It embodies the transition from “Make in India” to “Research in India, for the World,” built on a foundation of ethics, evidence, and compassionate innovation.

GOQii Sanjeevini is India’s blueprint for the future—where artificial intelligence, genomics, and human ingenuity unite to unlock a longer, healthier, and more vibrant life for everyone.

Stay tuned to our blog for more updates on our journey to the XPRIZE finals!

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Hidden Hunger: Are You Suffering From It?

hidden hunger - are you suffering from it? Rita, a 22-year-old student, loves to snack – especially on quick, tasty, and readily available junk food. Over time, she gained excess weight. But what bothered her more was how constantly tired and dull she felt. A routine health check-up revealed nutrient deficiencies – something she found hard to believe. After all, she was eating enough… wasn’t she?

But like many of us today, Rita was suffering from Hidden Hunger.

What Is Hidden Hunger?

The World Health Organization (WHO) defines Hidden Hunger as a deficiency of micronutrients – the essential vitamins and minerals our body needs in small amounts. These micronutrients play a crucial role in:

  • Enzyme and hormone production
  • Metabolism
  • Tissue repair and maintenance

Despite eating sufficient calories, if your meals lack nutrient density, your body can still be undernourished. This form of malnutrition is often unseen – hence the name Hidden Hunger.

How Do You Know If You Have Hidden Hunger?

You don’t need to look ill to be deficient. Common symptoms include:

  • Constant tiredness and low energy
  • Poor focus and brain fog
  • Dull skin or hair
  • Low immunity
  • General disinterest in daily activity

Left untreated, long-term deficiencies can impair cognitive function, physical development, and overall well-being.

The Modern Diet Dilemma

In today’s time-poor, convenience-driven world, it’s easy to fill up on ultra-processed foods – high in sugar, salt, and calories, but low in actual nutrition. These “empty calorie” foods are designed to taste good, not nourish us.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Hidden Hunger affects not just developing nations, but increasingly, urban populations worldwide.

Rebuilding With a Balanced Diet

The best way to overcome Hidden Hunger is to eat a varied, balanced diet that includes all major food groups. Here’s a breakdown:

Food Group Key Nutrients
Whole Cereals, Pulses & Millets B vitamins, Iron, Selenium (especially in unrefined forms)
Dairy & Meat Products Vitamin B12, Iron, Calcium, Zinc, Iodine, Vitamin A
Fruit & Vegetables Vitamin C, Folate, Beta Carotene, Potassium, Magnesium, Phytochemicals (antioxidants)
Nuts & Oilseeds Magnesium, Zinc, Healthy fats, Vitamin E, other fat-soluble vitamins

Also, avoid skipping meals and choose nutrient-dense snacks like roasted seeds, mixed nuts, yoghurt, or fresh fruit.

Small Changes, Big Impact

Start by evaluating your meals – are you relying too much on convenience foods? Make a conscious effort to include more whole foods, natural produce, and variety. Over time, this simple shift can transform your energy, mood, and overall health.

If you’re unsure where to begin, consider speaking to a qualified expert.

Subscribe to GOQii’s Personalised Health Coaching for guidance on creating balanced meals tailored to your lifestyle and health goals.

For more topics on weight loss and managing your health, check out Healthy Reads.

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for general awareness and educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalised medical guidance or concerns related to your health. Images shown are for representation purposes only and may not depict the exact recommendations or outcomes.

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Why Longevity Must Be India’s Next Health Mission

For the first time in human history, living to 90 or even 100 is no longer a rare feat—it’s becoming the norm. But behind this celebration of longer life lies a sobering truth: we’re living longer, but not necessarily better.

Across the world, people are spending more of their later years grappling with chronic illness, frailty, and declining independence. This trend, often called the “decompression of morbidity,” is stretching health systems, straining economies, and impacting quality of life on a massive scale.

We are standing at the edge of a demographic revolution. The core challenge facing us today isn’t how to extend lifespan—we’ve already done that. The real question is: How do we extend health span?

What Is Healthspan – and Why Does It Matter

Healthspan refers to the years a person lives in good health, free from serious illness, mental decline, and disability. It’s about not just how long you live, but how well you live.

Imagine reaching the age of 80 and still being physically active, mentally sharp, and emotionally fulfilled. That’s the promise of healthy longevity—and it’s not just a dream anymore. Thanks to advances in medicine, genomics, artificial intelligence, and preventive healthcare, we now know that ageing is not fixed. It’s flexible. Malleable. Even reversible in some areas.

Science has shown that the processes that cause ageing—cellular damage, inflammation, loss of muscle and cognitive function—can be slowed, delayed, and in some cases, restored. But to turn this knowledge into reality, we need a complete shift in how we approach health.

A System Built for Sickness, Not for Longevity

Most healthcare systems today are reactive. They wait for the disease to appear, then scramble to treat it. But by the time symptoms show up, the damage is often already done.

A longevity-focused approach flips this model. It emphasises early detection, continuous monitoring, lifestyle interventions, and personalised care. Instead of simply treating illness, we need to start managing ageing itself—tracking biological age, not just the number on a birth certificate.

This requires investment not only in technology, but in rethinking everything from urban planning and public health policies to diet, exercise, and social connection. Longevity is not a pill or a procedure—it’s a lifestyle supported by a system that enables it.

The Global Wake-Up Call

The urgency is clear. Several research papers on longevity indicate that by 2050, nearly 20% of the global population of estimated 8.2 billion will be over 65, double the percentage from just a few decades ago. This isn’t a challenge for the future, it’s one we must face today.

While ageing populations have long been associated with wealthier countries, the reality has changed. The majority of the world’s older adults now live in low- and middle-income countries. Places like India, with a rapidly growing elderly population, are on the frontlines of this shift.

And yet, this is also where the greatest opportunity lies.

Why India Can Lead the Longevity Movement

India has a unique advantage in the global longevity landscape. We are a young nation, demographically speaking, but also home to over 140 million people over the age of 60, a number expected to double by 2050. This duality gives us the urgency and the scale to build solutions for both present and future generations.

But more importantly, India brings something few other countries do: a culture that already values holistic well-being. For centuries, our traditions have emphasised the balance of mind, body, and spirit through yoga, Ayurveda, meditation, and community living. These aren’t just cultural practices; they are pillars of a longevity lifestyle.

Combined with our digital innovation, scientific talent, and entrepreneurial energy, India is well-positioned to develop, test, and export models of healthy ageing that are affordable, scalable, and rooted in prevention.

The XPRIZE Signal: A $101 Million Push Toward Longevity

The global focus on healthy ageing has never been stronger, and leading this momentum is the XPRIZE Healthspan competition, a groundbreaking $101 million initiative challenging innovators worldwide to rethink what’s possible in longevity science. The mission is bold: to develop solutions that can rejuvenate the body and mind of people aged 50–80, restoring muscle strength, cognitive abilities, and immune function by at least a decade, all within just 12 months.

It’s a call to the world’s brightest minds to not just extend life, but to meaningfully turn back the biological clock.  Among the 40 global semifinalists—and the only one representing India – is GOQii’s Project Sanjeevini, an advanced health platform that seamlessly integrates artificial intelligence, genomics, and behavioural science to deliver deeply personalised, real-time care. Designed to adapt to each individual’s unique biology and lifestyle, Sanjeevini represents a bold new approach to healthy ageing on a global scale. Unlike typical wellness tools, Sanjeevini operates as a living, learning system—tracking biological markers in real time and delivering targeted interventions based on user behaviour and biology.

This kind of bold thinking is what we need more of—urgently. The longevity movement is not about extending elite access to anti-ageing tools. It’s about creating systems and environments where everyone, regardless of income or geography, can thrive in later life.

Redefining Ageing, Globally and Personally

We need to rewrite the story of ageing—from a period of decline to a time of continued growth, contribution, and vitality. A 70-year-old should not be seen as someone winding down, but as someone potentially hitting a new stride, with the support of an intelligent, personalised health system.

This isn’t science fiction. It’s a global health strategy whose time has come. India can—and must—be a leader in this transformation. Not just for its people, but for the world. Because when we invest in longevity, we’re not just adding years to life—we’re adding life to years.

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Revolutionizing Post-Transplant Care: How GrafCare is Changing Lives with AI and Genomics

Receiving an organ transplant is often described as a second chance at life. But what happens after the surgery is just as crucial as the procedure itself. The journey doesn’t end in the operating room; it begins there.

Post-transplant care is a lifelong commitment—one that involves constant monitoring, medication management, and the looming risk of organ rejection. Patients often face a multitude of challenges, including the financial burden of long-term medication, emotional stress, and the need for regular diagnostic tests. Unfortunately, traditional healthcare systems are not always equipped to provide the proactive, personalized support that transplant recipients need to ensure the success of their grafts.

Recognizing these challenges, GOQii and Acrannolife Genomics have joined forces to launch GrafCare, a revolutionary AI-powered program designed to redefine post-transplant care.

GrafCare: AI & Genomics for Smarter Health Monitoring

The GrafCare Program combines cutting-edge genomic diagnostics, artificial intelligence (AI), and personalized health tracking to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Unlike traditional methods that react to complications after they occur, GrafCare predicts and prevents issues before they become life-threatening. Here’s how:

1. Early Detection with the Trunome Test

At the heart of GrafCare is Acrannolife’s US-patented Trunome test, a non-invasive blood test that detects early signs of organ rejection or infection. This AI-powered genomic diagnostic tool provides precise, real-time insights, allowing doctors to intervene before complications arise.

2. AI-Powered Health Monitoring

Every patient enrolled in GrafCare receives a GOQii Smart Vital Device—a wearable that continuously tracks heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and more. AI-driven analytics process this data to detect anomalies and send early alerts, ensuring that healthcare providers can step in proactively.

3. Personalized Recovery Plans & Expert Coaching

GrafCare goes beyond technology—it focuses on holistic patient well-being. The program offers:
*  Access to expert nutritionists and counsellors to design personalized recovery plans based on the patient’s genetic profile.
*  Preventive care strategies to minimize long-term health risks and dependency on emergency interventions.

4. Financial Support for Patients

One of the biggest barriers to successful post-transplant care is cost. GrafCare tackles this by offering:
* Interest-free loans for up to one year
*  Discounts on immunosuppressants (lifesaving medications that prevent organ rejection)
* Free diagnostic tests (Tacrolimus monitoring, kidney/liver function tests)

These benefits ease the financial burden on patients, allowing them to focus on what truly matters—healing and thriving.

Shaping the Future of Preventive Medicine

The GrafCare Program marks a paradigm shift in healthcare, moving from a reactive to a predictive and preventive model. This is not just a healthcare initiative—it’s a lifeline for transplant recipients.

Vishal Gondal, Founder & CEO of GOQii, emphasized the significance of this approach:

“With GrafCare, we’re harnessing the power of AI and genomics to empower patients and clinicians alike, offering a new level of care that was previously unattainable.”

Similarly, Agragesh Ramani, Co-founder of Acrannolife Genomics, highlighted the personal inspiration behind this initiative:

“Having personally experienced the transplant journey within my own family, I understand the emotional and physical challenges patients face. The GrafCare Program offers early and accurate detection of organ rejection, giving patients the best chance to protect their graft.”

A Vision for Global Healthcare

With over 20,000 transplants performed annually in India alone, and a rising global demand for advanced post-transplant care, GrafCare is poised to transform patient outcomes worldwide. Plans include expanding into Southeast Asia and the Middle East, ensuring more transplant recipients benefit from AI-driven, precision medicine.

By integrating genomics, AI, and preventive care, GrafCare is not just redefining post-transplant healthcare—it is setting a new global standard.

For those who have undergone an organ transplant, the future just got a little brighter.

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